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Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Democratic state Senator Jack Hatch is seriously considering a run for governor in 2014.

Sunday, May 05, 2013  The Fairfield Arts and Convention Center hosted "Proud to Be a Democrat" potluck. Democratic leaders from Iowa critcized Gov. Branstads heathcare plan, and discussed the 2014 elections.

Friday, March 22, 2013  The Governmental Affairs Committee hosted the State of the District Address.

Tuesday, February 05, 2013  Two Missouri state senators are proposing a 1-cent sales tax for 10 years to pay for transportation needs.

Saturday, January 19, 2013  The breakfast gives the community an opportunity to hear what local politicians are doing in Des Moines to help out the community, but to also see where lawmakers stand on issues that are being debated.

Friday, December 07, 2012  Truman alumnus and current state Senator Eric S. Schmitt will return to Kirksville to be the featured speaker during December 2012 Commencement ceremonies, scheduled for 11 a.m. Dec. 15 in Pershing Arena.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  Local Government Day

Wednesday, May 30, 2012  St. Senator Munzlinger presents on the Humane Society of the United States.

Thursday, April 19, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Friday, April 13, 2012  The clock is ticking at the Iowa State Capitol as the deadline for the end of the session draws near.

Thursday, March 22, 2012  Iowa Democrats are crying foul about the vote of a Heartland state senator.

Friday, January 27, 2012  State Senator Mark Chelgren admits to paying for dry cleaning with campaign contributions.

Tuesday, September 06, 2011  State Senator Mark Chelgren will be on the council.

Friday, June 24, 2011  State Senator Mark Chelgren tells KTVO that he is more optimistic in an Iowa budget.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011  Deomcratic Representatives are encouraging Iowans to voice their concern to the Governor.